Broadleaf Solomon's Seal
Also known as
Convallaria gigantea, Convallaria hirta, Convallaria thunbergii, Polygonatum canaliculatum, Polygonatum hirsutum, Polygonatum hirtum, Polygonatum latifolium variegatum, Polygonatum skorpili and Sigillaria hirta
Taxonomy
Polygonatum latifolium
Polygonatum
Asparagaceae
Asparagales
How to care for Broadleaf Solomon's Seal
Water
How often to water your Broadleaf Solomon's Seal
every 9
Broadleaf Solomon's Seal needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
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A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
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Finding light for Broadleaf Solomon's Seal in your home
a window
Broadleaf Solomon's Seal may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves š, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Broadleaf Solomon's Seal in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Broadleaf Solomon's Seal
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Broadleaf Solomon's Seal after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Broadleaf Solomon's Seal prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Broadleaf Solomon's Seal may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves š without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Broadleaf Solomon's Seal does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Broadleaf Solomon's Seal grows very slowly and doesnāt require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantās potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Care Summary for Broadleaf Solomon's Seal
Broadleaf Solomon's Seal
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 3ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
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